Vintage-style decor is more than just a trend; it’s a way to give your home soul and warmth.
When we combine nostalgic aesthetics with queer culture, we get something truly special: an interior style that is bold, warm, and filled with beautiful history.
Right, so how do you decorate with retro art without making your apartment looking like a flea market? The secret lies in balancing the old with the new, and daring to play with colors.
Here are some concrete tips on how to elevate your interior design with the Vintage & Retro collection.
1. "Clashing" – The art of combining colors
Decorating with vintage-inspired art often involves muted color schemes, like burnt orange, mustard yellow, and midnight blue. To avoid the room feeling dusty, dare to clash these tones with modern elements.
If you have a poster with a warm, retro color palette, try hanging it on a wall painted in a cooler, modern color. The contrast will make the design pop.
Pro tip: Let the art rule the room. Pick an accent color from your poster and have it come back in pillows, a lampshade, or a rug.
2. Mix textures for a vibrant feel
Queer vintage aesthetics are all about expression, which is why a flat wall can kill the feel of a retro poster. Try surrounding your art with textures that enhance the "feel" of the past but with a modern twist.
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Velvet and wood: Dark wooden frames add weight to the work.
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Metal: A thin, modern aluminum frame around a grainy vintage motif creates a really stylish combination between the decades.
3. Build a time-traveling art wall
A single poster is always nice, but a gallery-wall tells a whole story. For a dynamic gallery-wall, the trick is to mix styles. Check out Shop The Look for some really nice gallery-wall inspiration.
Mix and match. See how I combined different styles to create a personal, queer and colorful art wall.
4. Statement pieces in small spaces
Do you have a small hallway or guest toilet? This could be one of the best places for retro art to take up space. Since vintage motifs are often detailed and eye-catching, they work great as statement pieces in smaller rooms where you can get up close to the motif.
Find your era
Whether you're drawn to the 70s fighting spirit or the hidden aesthetics of the 50s, art is the absolute easiest way to show who you are.
Explore the entire collection of prints here , and find the era that speaks to you.
